How to protect your skin barrier

Why is your skin barrier important?

At its healthiest and best, your skin barrier will retain water, locking in hydration, while also defending your body from environmental threats. It’s made up of lipids (oils) and fats, including ceramides, and when ceramide levels are low, the skin’s barrier function can weaken, leading to reduced water retention and the skin looking dry and dull. Chemicals can also penetrate it, increasing your skin’s sensitivity and often causing inflammation and redness. To address these issues, investing in products rich in ceramides could be the answer.

What products can help maintain a healthy skin barrier?

All CeraVe skincare products are enriched with a blend of three essential ceramides (ceramides 1, 3 and 6-II), along with fatty acids and other lipids. This unique blend works to replenish the skin’s natural ceramides and strengthen its protective barrier. To keep your skin’s surface clean of dirt, dust and excess oil, without stripping it of moisture or causing any damage, opt for a gentle cleanser instead of harsh exfoliants or scrubs.

A dermatologist-approved routine for protecting your skin barrier

Cream-To-Foam Cleanser

Dr. Michelle Henry says: “The CeraVe Cream-to-Foam Cleanser contains an amino acid-based surfactant that helps to cleanse the skin while replenishing the skin’s Natural Moisturising Factor. It is a rich, dense cream foam that feels elegant and cleans effectively.” She adds: “Stripping skincare can disrupt the skin barrier function, whilst this formulation helps to support it for healthy skin. The foaming mechanism helps to lift dirt and oil more effectively; however, the use of a gentle surfactant leaves the skin hydrated not stripped.”

CeraVe Moisturising Cream

The CeraVe Moisturising Cream is a rich cream designed to maintain the skin barrier and lock-in moisture for up to 24-hour hydration. It is specifically formulated to moisturise dry sensitive skin and delivers controlled, lasting hydration even in the hasher winter months. For a lightweight alternative that offers the same intense hydration, try our CeraVe Moisturising Lotion."

Take action to protect and maintain your skin barrier with CeraVe's dermatologist-approved products. Enriched with essential ceramides, fatty acids, and lipids, these skincare solutions can strengthen your skin's defense against environmental aggressors. Try the Cream-To-Foam Cleanser for gentle yet effective cleansing, and the Moisturising Cream for long-lasting hydration. Seek a healthy skin barrier and unlock radiant, nourished skin. Start your skincare journey with CeraVe today!